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LX05 GXB

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Red Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,673 mi
Last recorded14,673 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 GXB
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 14,673 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 13,616 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 13,564 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 13,468 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 12,753 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 12,103 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 11,437 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 10,106 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2014 8,630 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 7,819 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 7,748 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 7,623 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 7,178 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 5,603 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 4,895 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX Lightning City X?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
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LX05 GXB is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Red with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB9SX Lightning City X fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX05 GXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX Lightning City X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX05 GXB registered?

LX05 GXB is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is LX05 GXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 GXB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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